Hello folks. Is the rad from the 4x4 panda any different from any other? Mine seems to have developed a leak during its mini resto (it was -12 at one point in the workshop). Thanks. Chris
Technical 4x4 radiator
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Technical 4x4 radiator
Yes, the 4x4 has a separate reservoir to the radiator unlike the 1000cl for example.
You can see there two types on Ricambio's site.
http://www.ricambio.co.uk/69-fiat/60-classic-panda-1981-to-2002-/225-heating-and-cooling
There is a third type which is for older Mk1s
Edit: looking at your profile pic I can see an older Mk1 so may be the third smaller radiator but I'm sure a Mk1 expert will be around shortly to advise
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Yes, the 4x4 has a separate reservoir to the radiator unlike the 1000cl for example.
You can see there two types on Ricambio's site.
http://www.ricambio.co.uk/69-fiat/60-classic-panda-1981-to-2002-/225-heating-and-cooling
There is a third type which is for older Mk1s
Edit: looking at your profile pic I can see an older Mk1 so may be the third smaller radiator but I'm sure a Mk1 expert will be around shortly to advise
Thanks Freebo, mines a Mk2, I'll have the fuel tank refitted tomorrow (post weldathon) and fire it up and see how bad the leak is.
Chris
Yes, 4x4s have the separate reservoir. No upgrades available, but not necessary in my opinion, of all the off road meets we have done I cannot think of a time when a car has overheated. Standard rads are also fine for 1242 engines.
^i can vouch for that.
i was/am running a standard 4x4 rad on a 1242 punto 75 engine all last year throughout summer with not one overheat issue.
i was/am running a standard 4x4 rad on a 1242 punto 75 engine all last year throughout summer with not one overheat issue.
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I know the Italians upgrade theirs to the diesel radiator but I cant remeber if its bigger or thicker or what. But the chances of finding one are slightly better than finding a diesel panda.
